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Exploring Ayurveda - On Integrating Yoga and Ayurveda

Purple Valley Ashtanga Yoga · 16:57

In this practice

Key teachings

  • Integrating Ayurvedic principles into yoga practice
  • Adapting yoga practice based on individual body types (doshas)
  • Maintaining balance and health in a yoga regimen

Ideal for

  • Yoga practitioners interested in Ayurvedic principles
  • Yoga teachers seeking to personalize their instruction
  • Individuals looking for a customized and balanced yoga approach
  • Anyone interested in holistic health and wellness

Lesson

Instructions

Join Anatomy expert Stu Girling as he interviews Dr Neelesh Korde in a series of Interviews that explore the fundamentals of Ayurveda and how it can be applied in everyday life of the yoga practitioner.

In this second episode, Stu talks to Dr Korde about adapting ones yoga practice according to ones bodytype. Dr Korde also gives some guidelines on knowing how to keep ones practice healthy and Balanced.

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Film by Nikhil Kripalani

Steps

  • Guidance on modifying asanas for different constitutions
  • Principles for selecting appropriate pranayama techniques
  • Lifestyle recommendations complementing yoga practice for holistic well-being
  • Mindful sequencing considerations based on individual needs

Benefits

  • Enhanced self-awareness and understanding of one's unique constitution
  • Improved physical and mental well-being through personalized practice
  • Prevention of imbalances and promotion of long-term health
  • Deeper connection to yogic philosophy and holistic living

Practice summary

Level
all levels
Duration
25 minutes
Equipment
none
Target areas
Yoga philosophyAyurvedic sciencePersonalized wellnessHolistic health integration
Energy
balancing

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